Occupational Therapy

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98% NBCOT PASS RATE

Pass rates are reported for all schools online on a state by state basis. Program results from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online at https://secure.nbcot.org/data/schoolstats.aspx. The 2014 pass rate for the Misericordia University OT entry level program was 98%.

2014- pass rate 98%

2013- pass rate 100%

2012- pass rate 97%

2011- pass rate 93%

Welcome from the Chair

The Misericordia University Occupational Therapy Department has been providing excellent occupational therapy education for over 25 years. We have a five year entry level BS/MS program for students who are embarking on their college careers. We also have a weekend program for individuals who have a bachelor's degree in a field other than occupational therapy. For those who are already practicing occupational therapists, we have post-professional educational programs which include a post-professional pediatric certificate and a post-professional doctoral degree program.

We have two very active student organizations, including the Misericordia University Student Occupational Therapy Association and Pi Theta Epsilon, the Occupational Therapy honor society. We also have very experienced and qualified faculty and staff members who are eager to serve our students. Our alumni serve as occupational therapy leaders in clinical practice, research, professional associations, and administration.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns about our programs.

Accreditation Status: The Occupational Therapy Department has received full accreditation status for the professional entry-level Master of Science program by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education through the 2010 - 2020 Academic School Year. The occupational therapy program at the university has been fully accredited since 1985, the year of the first graduating class in OT.

Required Felony Statement: Individuals with a history of felony conviction, license/registration/certification revocation or suspension, criminal record, or college/university suspension may not be eligible for certification from the NBCOT. The NBCOT decides each case individually via its Character Review Program. Individuals with such a history are advised to seek clarification of their eligibility by contacting NBCOT directly and participating in this program. Information on early Determination of Character Review from the NBCOT (for candidates who have not yet submitted an exam application) is available at: http://www.nbcot.org/character-review-process